15--CELL,FUEL,AIRCRAFT
ID: SPRPA125QEF10Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA AVIATION AT PHILADELPHIA, PAPHILADELPHIA, PA, 19111-5098, USA

NAICS

Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

PSC

AIRFRAME STRUCTURAL COMPONENTS (1560)

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https://sam.gov/opp/2ccddf96fddc4a9cadf678e6a7f9cef9/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation at Philadelphia, PA, is soliciting offers for the procurement of aircraft fuel cells under the title "15--CELL, FUEL, AIRCRAFT." This solicitation requires suppliers to provide items that meet specific quality standards, including ISO 9000 or equivalent, and emphasizes the importance of sourcing from government-approved suppliers, as offers from unapproved sources will be deemed technically unacceptable. The procurement is classified as a Critical Application Item (CAI), highlighting its significance in defense operations. Interested vendors should direct inquiries to Aisha Varnadore at 215-737-4834 or via email at AISHA.VARNADORE@DLA.MIL, and must ensure compliance with various contractual requirements, including warranty provisions and payment instructions.

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    Telephone: 2157374834
    AISHA.VARNADORE@DLA.MIL
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